15 years after hosting Europe's ugliest civil war since the Holocaust, VICE takes a road trip across the remnants of Old Yugoslavia.
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While most of us were still hung up on grunge, the republics of the former Yugoslavia spent the early 90s hung up on seceding into their own countries and mass-murdering people over infinitesimal ethnic differences. And the mid 90s. And the late 90s. To commemorate 12 years without a major attempted genocide, we decided to rent a Yugo and take a road trip through the Balkans to see what's going on and try to wrap our thinkers around what was up with all that ethnic cleansin'.
Our first stop: A nostalgic amusement park in northern Serbia that recreates Marshall Tito's Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia with startling accuracy and grimness.
Watch the rest here!
Part 1/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-1
Part 2/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-2
Part 3/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-3
Part 4/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-4
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Balkan Beat Box on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2pDIB3U
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: NoamMaoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal
This Town - Lyrics
same same same
I got the same name wherever I go
and its the same game
I already know so well
not every moment rings a bell
not every meeting cracks the shell
not every magic got a spell
but I’m well
well in London or in Wellington
in Cape Town or in Washington
New York or in Prague
well in Paris or in Hague
been all over seen a lot
don't need more than what I got
been all over seen a lot
I won't be going for so long
It’s the same old song
same same
it’s the same name
where ever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
that’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
moving around
fame fame fame
I see the same frame wherever I go
and it’s the same name
I already know so well
Lyrics:
the need to buy and need to sell
the same old dish with different smell
the famous hit with fear to fail
but I‫'‬m well
I travel from LA to Beijing
circling the globe around with one wing
and keeping on doing my thing
I‫'‬m not a beggar or a king
and I got to go cuz I got a song
it’s sometimes right
and it’s sometimes wrong
I won't be going for so long
cuz there’s a place where I belong
same same
it’s the same name
wherever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
thats where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
Credits:
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: Noam Maoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal,
Line Producer: Libi Zamir
DOP: Eyal Bau Cohen
2nd Unit DOP: Ynon slutzky
Focus puller: Nitzan Rosen
Gaffer: Fatian Ibrahim, EricRaphaelMizrahi, Omer Harel
Grip: Roee Biberman
Art: Roni Zaslavsky, Ohad Ostro, Raz Mitrany
Behind the scenes: Doron Tsirulnik
Animation and VFX: BlackBoard Studios
Sagi Frenkel, Serj Maiorov, Guy Osnat, Daniel daniel Turuntsev, Mor Meshualm, Sefi Gayego
VFX and Color grading: BlackBoard Studios & Noam Sharon
Lyrics and Music by Balkan Beat Box
Performed by Balkan Beat Box
Produced by Balkan Beat Box
Engineered and Mixed by Tamir Muskat at Vibromonk East studio
SuperAssistant, Vibromonk East - Omry Amado
additional recordings by - Marko Gurkan at kicha studio
Assistant engineer - Florina mendel
Mastered by Vlado Meller at Vlado Meller Mastering
Assisted by Jeremy Lubsey
Tomer Yosef - Lead Vocals, Classical Guitar, Percussion
Tamir Muskat - Drums & Percussion, Programming, Backing VocalsOri Kaplan - Saxophones, Programming, Backing Vocals
Tom Darom – Synths
Yair Slutsky – Trombone
written by: O.Kaplan, T. Yosef, T. Muskat
published by: Bluma Music (ASCAP)/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Abarbanel/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Muskat Love Music/Songs MP (BMI); ACUM - Israel

published:20 Mar 2018

views:71844

The NATO intervention against former Yugoslavia was supposed to relieve the agonies and sufferings of the people in the region who were subject to seemingly unending wars. The outcomes of the intervention, however, came to confirm an established truth: West’s multiple standards in its foreign policies to achieve the goals of expanding its military and political hegemony across the globe. 20 years ago, for the first time, the silver bullet, as the inhabitants of Bosnia used to call the ammunition with depleted uranium, was used in the military conflicts at the Balkans. NATO generals were satisfied with the overall trial results. The depleted uranium became a part of everyday life at the Balkans in the years that followed. The story starts since long time ago long time ago when the Americans were preparing for a long period for the war against Slobodan Milosevic. Several years before the war, the Balkan headquarters of CIA was moved from Belgrade to the capital city of Bulgaria, Sofia. Everyone was relieved when the truce was signed in Kumanovo, Macedonia, for the cease of the military operations of NATO. The Serbian army began to withdraw from Kosovo. But the bombs and the consequences of the bombing remained. The depleted uranium started to take its blood tax. People began to die of cancer on a large scale.
15 years after the NATO bombing in Southern and Central Serbia, we are witnessing a real explosion and increase of cancer.
PRESS TVDocumentaries

published:30 Nov 2014

views:25560

Get it:https://zenonrecords.bandcamp.com/album/the-storytellers-weave
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After two years of conceptions, after months of talking to artists, weeks of story boarding, days of sample mining, and countless hours in the studio composing...SmokeSign is honoured to release his second album, "The Storyteller's Weave". This album takes us on a long and vast journey, to the far edges of this earth and our consciousness. The album takes tracks from some of the most iconic names in Psytrance and completely transforms them into stories from all over the globe.
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published:17 Feb 2017

views:1549

ISIS wasn't the only target in the recent U.S. airstrikes in Syria. The U.S. also attacked a group of Al-Qaeda veterans and bomb makers referred to as The Khorasan Group. The organization was largely unknown to the American public up until now, yet U.S. officials considered them to be more dangerous than ISIS. Who exactly are they and how are they a big threat?
Learn More:
U.S. Department of Defense: SuccessfulSyrianStrikes Only the Beginning
http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=123241
"Successful U.S. military and partner nation strikes last night against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL, were only the beginning of the fight to degrade and defeat the brutal terrorist group, PentagonPress SecretaryNavy Adm. John Kirby said today."
What Is the Khorasan Group, Targeted By US in Syria?
http://abcnews.go.com/International/khorasan-group-targeted-us-syria/story?id=25700467
"The U.S. military said today that by striking a little known terror cell called the Khorasan Group in Syria it was able to take out dangerous men who were "plotting and planning imminent attacks against Western targets to include the U.S. homeland.""
What's the difference between ISIS, al-Nusra and the Khorasan Group?
http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/24/world/meast/isis-al-nusra-khorasan-difference/
"Not long ago, the threat of terrorist attacks against the United States boiled down to two words: al Qaeda."
What Is Khorasan and Why Did the US Just Bomb It?
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/09/what-is-khorasan-why-did-us-bomb
"On Monday night, a US-led coalition launched air strikes in Syria against members of ISIS, the extremist Islamic group occupying territory in Iraq and Syria. As a "last-minute add-on," NBC reports, the United States also targeted a different terrorist group: a little-known outfit called Khorasan. "
U.S. Embassy: United States Designates Muhsin al-Fadhli as Terrorist
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2012/10/199299.htm
http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/texttrans/2005/02/20050215155659ndyblehs0.568722.html#axzz3ELLZYzjB
"The U.S. Treasury Department has designated Kuwaiti national Muhsin al-Fadhli as a supporter of terrorism for his activities in connection with al-Qaida and with the Iraqi-based terrorist network of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi."
U.S. Bombs ISIS Sites in Syria and Targets Khorasan Group
http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/isis-terror/u-s-bombs-isis-sites-syria-targets-khorasan-group-n209421
"A network of "seasoned al Qaeda veterans" plotting to attack U.S. and Western interests was targeted by airstrikes overnight in Syria also aimed at ISIS, the Pentagon said early Tuesday. Fighter jets and bombers launched 14 strikes in a significant escalation in the fight against ISIS, which the U.S. has pledged to degrade and destroy in wake of the Sunni militants' bloody rampage through Syria and Iraq."
Khorasan Group: Obama opens a new front against Al Qaeda (+video)
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Latest-News-Wires/2014/0924/Khorasan-Group-Obama-opens-a-new-front-against-Al-Qaeda-video
"The US decision to strike the Khorasan Group to stop a possible terror attack represents a significant expansion of the largely secret war against core Al Qaeda, a group President Barack Obama has proclaimed was "a shadow of its former self.""
National Archives: The nature and trends of global maritime security
http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20081120170436/http:/royalnavy.mod.uk/upload/pdf/The_nature_and_trends_of_global_maritime_security.pdf
"From Shanghai to Southampton, commercial shipping runs the gauntlet between pirates, terrorists and traffickers. But how real are the dangers of lawlessness at sea?"
What Is the "Khorasan Group" and Why Is the U.S. Bombing It in Syria?
http://carnegieendowment.org/syriaincrisis/?fa=56707
"Yesterday, the United States and allied Arab nations began a campaign of air strikes in Syria to "degrade and ultimately destroy" the so-called Islamic State, a Syria- and Iraq-based al-Qaeda splinter group also known as ISIS or ISIL."
U.S. Department of Defense Press Briefing on Operations in Syria by Lt. Gen.Mayville in the Pentagon Briefing Room
http://www.defense.gov/Transcripts/Transcript.aspx?TranscriptID=5505
Watch More:
What Is ISIS And What Do They Want In Iraq?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOGLesXQ4Tc
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published:14 Jun 2015

views:1503880

Imperfect moments linked together to a less imperfect flow. Thats the nature of flow - it makes us a bit better.
Music: Balkan Beatbox
For more info on my work - publications, workshops around the globe, online coaching:
https://www.facebook.com/portal.ido
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published:06 Jul 2011

views:141077

How Powerful Is Iowa? http://bit.ly/1nTUtLJ
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In the U.S. electoral system, states decide on how they nominate candidates. Why do some states have caucuses while others have primaries?
Learn More:
The Caucus System in the U.S. Presidential Nominating Process
http://www.cfr.org/united-states/caucus-system-us-presidential-nominating-process/p15640
"Political party caucuses, once the dominant system for choosing candidates in the presidential nominating process, have been less influential than primary elections for decades."
What are the Iowa caucuses?
http://www.vox.com/cards/iowa-caucus-2016-polls/what-are-the-iowa-caucuses
"The Iowa caucuses are the first time actual voters all across any U.S. state get up and go say who they want to be president."
The problems with caucuses and conventions
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2014/02/10/the-problems-with-caucuses-and-conventions/
"The Republican Party recently changed its presidential nomination procedures, mainly by adjusting the calendar of caucus and primaries."
MusicTrack Courtesy of APM Music: "Ephimeral"
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Andrew heads to Croatia, an Eastern European kingdom straight out of a storybook. An up-and-coming tourist hotspot, Andrew still finds ancient tastes from roasted dormice and giant offal kebabs to baked rooster and grilled frog.
Andrew Zimmern wanders the globe searching for strange and unusual delicacies. In each destination, Andrew samples the native culinary delights. However, he doesn't go in for the normal foods that tourists would be drawn to. Instead, he goes after the strangest foods that the location has to offer. He explains the taste, texture and history of all the foods he tastes.

published:07 Jan 2016

views:247309

https://www.facebook.com/selecta.major.alvega
Music sessions that roam the Balkan countries but also with influences from around the globe. Seeking to please the public with good rhythms, from the calmer to the more frantic. Always hoping that you have a good time with joy, dance and love.
If you want to get more information contact, just send a message through Facebook or for the email address:
selecta.major.alvega@gmail.com

published:23 Jun 2015

views:1375

Get more Tips here! http://www.destinationtips.com
If you just so happen to have a trip to Serbia on your travel itinerary, we have all the info you’ll ever need to make your vacation enjoyable. Here’s a list of 10 Things Not To Do in this Balkan nation.
1. Don't forget all the possibilities
If you’re looking for warm summers, go to the northern part, such Vojvodina. If you’re looking for some snowfall look no further than the mountainous region of Zlatibor. And, for year-round pleasant weather, you can’t beat the capital of Belgrade’s humid subtropical climate.
2. Don't forget to Make a ToastSerbs are big on looking each other directly in the eye while proclaiming, ‘živeli!’ (cheers!) before chugging their alcoholic beverage of choice. Make sure you raise your glass and clink it with the locals.
3. Don’t Mention Politics or Wars
Serbia has a harrowing history full of political conflict and devastating wars, so try your best to avoid this subject at all costs. Many of the people you’ll encounter likely lived through several conflicts,so be sensitive to their history that’s still fresh on their minds.
4. Don't leave without hiking to GolubacHome to a stunning fortress that’s perched atop a rock overlooking the Danube river. Most of the fort that sits higher up on the hill is inaccessible, but the views from below are well worth the trip to this tourist attraction in the Branicevo District.
5. Don’t Sit on the Corner of a Table
The Serbs are big on superstitions, and they take them seriously. They believe sitting on the corner will bring you bad luck, and you run the risk of being alone forever. Do you really want to run the risk of flying solo solo for the rest of your life?
6. Don’t Expect to Eat Vegetarian Dishes
Balkan cuisine is some of the most savory food you’ll ever eat, and veggie lovers will be able to find vegetables here and there. However, the majority of this region’s most popular dishes are chock-full of meat and potatoes.
7. Don't leave without Partying
Every July, the stages are full of some of the hottest musicians from across the globe, and also Belgrade’s nightlife is still quite impressive, the streets are lined with bars with welcoming staff that will serve you an ice cold Jelen beer with a smile.
8. Don’t Mention Kosovo
We’ve already mentioned how bringing up the wars is a big no-no, but you should also refrain from mentioning Kosovo and the 1989 war, as well. Unless you want to get into an intense debate about Balkan history and Kosovo’s past, don’t bother touching this topic if you can avoid it.
9. Don’t Photograph the Ruins
Aside from the beautiful architectural designs you’ll encounter, you’ll also see many decimated structures throughout the country which are remnants from the past turmoil Serbia has experienced. Be sensitive and hold off on taking that selfie in front of the ruins.
10. Don’t Hail a Cab
There are many crooks that will pretend to be legitimate drivers who will take you on a ride you’ll never forget. Make sure it has clear signage and is operated by a registered company. Then, get ready to explore one of the most fascinating and historical countries in Europe!
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Khorasan group

Khorasan, also known as the Khorasan group, is an alleged group of senior al-Qaeda members operating in Syria. The group is reported to consist of a small number of fighters who are all on terrorist watchlists, and coordinates with al-Nusra Front, al-Qaeda's official affiliate in Syria. At an intelligence gathering in Washington, D.C. on 18 September 2014, Director of National IntelligenceJames Clapper stated that "in terms of threat to the homeland, Khorasan may pose as much of a danger as ISIS."

The term first appeared in news media in September 2014, although the United States had reportedly been keeping track of the group for two years. By early November 2014, the term had disappeared from political rhetoric. Commentators have stated that the threat the Khorasan Group represented was exaggerated to generate public support for American intervention in Syria, and some have questioned whether the group even exists as a distinct entity.

On 28 May 2015, al-Nusra Front leader Abu Mohammad al-Golani explicitly denied the existence of the supposed Khorasan group. The al-Nusra Front had received specific orders since at least early 2015 from al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri to cease any activities related to attacking Western targets.

Balkan Beat Box’s goal was to take ancient and traditional musical traditions and fuse those with hip hop in order to create a new mix of musical styles out of the traditional world music context that would appeal to listeners in a club or a dancehall. As children, they had felt that traditional music was outdated and felt as though it did not adequately reflect their experiences of the growing world culture, so hoped to bring new relevance to these old traditional musical forms. They cite Boban Marković, Rachid Taha, Fanfare Ciocarlia, Manu Chao, and Charlie Parker amongst their musical influences. The group was also influenced by Jamaicandub. In December 2006, the acclaimed artist from Tel Aviv Tomer Yosef became frontman for the group.

Around the Balkans in 20+ Days (Part 1/5)

15 years after hosting Europe's ugliest civil war since the Holocaust, VICE takes a road trip across the remnants of Old Yugoslavia.
Watch more VICE documentaries here: http://bit.ly/VICE-Documentaries
While most of us were still hung up on grunge, the republics of the former Yugoslavia spent the early 90s hung up on seceding into their own countries and mass-murdering people over infinitesimal ethnic differences. And the mid 90s. And the late 90s. To commemorate 12 years without a major attempted genocide, we decided to rent a Yugo and take a road trip through the Balkans to see what's going on and try to wrap our thinkers around what was up with all that ethnic cleansin'.
Our first stop: A nostalgic amusement park in northern Serbia that recreates Marshall Tito's Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia with startling accuracy and grimness.
Watch the rest here!
Part 1/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-1
Part 2/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-2
Part 3/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-3
Part 4/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-4
Part 5/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-5
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Balkan Beat Box - This Town

Balkan Beat Box on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2pDIB3U
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: NoamMaoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal
This Town - Lyrics
same same same
I got the same name wherever I go
and its the same game
I already know so well
not every moment rings a bell
not every meeting cracks the shell
not every magic got a spell
but I’m well
well in London or in Wellington
in Cape Town or in Washington
New York or in Prague
well in Paris or in Hague
been all over seen a lot
don't need more than what I got
been all over seen a lot
I won't be going for so long
It’s the same old song
same same
it’s the same name
where ever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
that’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
moving around
fame fame fame
I see the same frame wherever I go
and it’s the same name
I already know so well
Lyrics:
the need to buy and need to sell
the same old dish with different smell
the famous hit with fear to fail
but I‫'‬m well
I travel from LA to Beijing
circling the globe around with one wing
and keeping on doing my thing
I‫'‬m not a beggar or a king
and I got to go cuz I got a song
it’s sometimes right
and it’s sometimes wrong
I won't be going for so long
cuz there’s a place where I belong
same same
it’s the same name
wherever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
thats where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
Credits:
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: Noam Maoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal,
Line Producer: Libi Zamir
DOP: Eyal Bau Cohen
2nd Unit DOP: Ynon slutzky
Focus puller: Nitzan Rosen
Gaffer: Fatian Ibrahim, EricRaphaelMizrahi, Omer Harel
Grip: Roee Biberman
Art: Roni Zaslavsky, Ohad Ostro, Raz Mitrany
Behind the scenes: Doron Tsirulnik
Animation and VFX: BlackBoard Studios
Sagi Frenkel, Serj Maiorov, Guy Osnat, Daniel daniel Turuntsev, Mor Meshualm, Sefi Gayego
VFX and Color grading: BlackBoard Studios & Noam Sharon
Lyrics and Music by Balkan Beat Box
Performed by Balkan Beat Box
Produced by Balkan Beat Box
Engineered and Mixed by Tamir Muskat at Vibromonk East studio
SuperAssistant, Vibromonk East - Omry Amado
additional recordings by - Marko Gurkan at kicha studio
Assistant engineer - Florina mendel
Mastered by Vlado Meller at Vlado Meller Mastering
Assisted by Jeremy Lubsey
Tomer Yosef - Lead Vocals, Classical Guitar, Percussion
Tamir Muskat - Drums & Percussion, Programming, Backing VocalsOri Kaplan - Saxophones, Programming, Backing Vocals
Tom Darom – Synths
Yair Slutsky – Trombone
written by: O.Kaplan, T. Yosef, T. Muskat
published by: Bluma Music (ASCAP)/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Abarbanel/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Muskat Love Music/Songs MP (BMI); ACUM - Israel

50:05

Balkan Cancer (The name sometimes does lie: NATO’s “Merciful Angel” intervention against Yugoslavia)

Balkan Cancer (The name sometimes does lie: NATO’s “Merciful Angel” intervention against Yugoslavia)

Balkan Cancer (The name sometimes does lie: NATO’s “Merciful Angel” intervention against Yugoslavia)

The NATO intervention against former Yugoslavia was supposed to relieve the agonies and sufferings of the people in the region who were subject to seemingly unending wars. The outcomes of the intervention, however, came to confirm an established truth: West’s multiple standards in its foreign policies to achieve the goals of expanding its military and political hegemony across the globe. 20 years ago, for the first time, the silver bullet, as the inhabitants of Bosnia used to call the ammunition with depleted uranium, was used in the military conflicts at the Balkans. NATO generals were satisfied with the overall trial results. The depleted uranium became a part of everyday life at the Balkans in the years that followed. The story starts since long time ago long time ago when the Americans were preparing for a long period for the war against Slobodan Milosevic. Several years before the war, the Balkan headquarters of CIA was moved from Belgrade to the capital city of Bulgaria, Sofia. Everyone was relieved when the truce was signed in Kumanovo, Macedonia, for the cease of the military operations of NATO. The Serbian army began to withdraw from Kosovo. But the bombs and the consequences of the bombing remained. The depleted uranium started to take its blood tax. People began to die of cancer on a large scale.
15 years after the NATO bombing in Southern and Central Serbia, we are witnessing a real explosion and increase of cancer.
PRESS TVDocumentaries

7:56

Ticon - Balkan Tourist (Smoke Sign & Rainbird remix)

Ticon - Balkan Tourist (Smoke Sign & Rainbird remix)

Ticon - Balkan Tourist (Smoke Sign & Rainbird remix)

Get it:https://zenonrecords.bandcamp.com/album/the-storytellers-weave
Subscribe: http://bit.ly/SubscribeZenon
After two years of conceptions, after months of talking to artists, weeks of story boarding, days of sample mining, and countless hours in the studio composing...SmokeSign is honoured to release his second album, "The Storyteller's Weave". This album takes us on a long and vast journey, to the far edges of this earth and our consciousness. The album takes tracks from some of the most iconic names in Psytrance and completely transforms them into stories from all over the globe.
Follow Zenon Records:
Website: http://www.zenonrecords.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Zenon-Records-286570021721
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Zenon Records was founded in 2003 by Sensient. The Zenon sound can be described as “deep & intelligent minimal/electronica with strong lashings of musicality & futuristic sound design”. The sound is distinct and has infiltrated the electronic dance music scene worldwide, with our artists representing on some of the biggest stages in the world. With its massive roster of talented artists & Djs, the Zenon collective will continue to grow & inspire each other to take it to the next level.

2:36

Why Do Croatia & Serbia Hate Each Other?

Why Do Croatia & Serbia Hate Each Other?

Why Do Croatia & Serbia Hate Each Other?

ISIS wasn't the only target in the recent U.S. airstrikes in Syria. The U.S. also attacked a group of Al-Qaeda veterans and bomb makers referred to as The Khorasan Group. The organization was largely unknown to the American public up until now, yet U.S. officials considered them to be more dangerous than ISIS. Who exactly are they and how are they a big threat?
Learn More:
U.S. Department of Defense: SuccessfulSyrianStrikes Only the Beginning
http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=123241
"Successful U.S. military and partner nation strikes last night against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL, were only the beginning of the fight to degrade and defeat the brutal terrorist group, PentagonPress SecretaryNavy Adm. John Kirby said today."
What Is the Khorasan Group, Targeted By US in Syria?
http://abcnews.go.com/International/khorasan-group-targeted-us-syria/story?id=25700467
"The U.S. military said today that by striking a little known terror cell called the Khorasan Group in Syria it was able to take out dangerous men who were "plotting and planning imminent attacks against Western targets to include the U.S. homeland.""
What's the difference between ISIS, al-Nusra and the Khorasan Group?
http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/24/world/meast/isis-al-nusra-khorasan-difference/
"Not long ago, the threat of terrorist attacks against the United States boiled down to two words: al Qaeda."
What Is Khorasan and Why Did the US Just Bomb It?
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/09/what-is-khorasan-why-did-us-bomb
"On Monday night, a US-led coalition launched air strikes in Syria against members of ISIS, the extremist Islamic group occupying territory in Iraq and Syria. As a "last-minute add-on," NBC reports, the United States also targeted a different terrorist group: a little-known outfit called Khorasan. "
U.S. Embassy: United States Designates Muhsin al-Fadhli as Terrorist
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2012/10/199299.htm
http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/texttrans/2005/02/20050215155659ndyblehs0.568722.html#axzz3ELLZYzjB
"The U.S. Treasury Department has designated Kuwaiti national Muhsin al-Fadhli as a supporter of terrorism for his activities in connection with al-Qaida and with the Iraqi-based terrorist network of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi."
U.S. Bombs ISIS Sites in Syria and Targets Khorasan Group
http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/isis-terror/u-s-bombs-isis-sites-syria-targets-khorasan-group-n209421
"A network of "seasoned al Qaeda veterans" plotting to attack U.S. and Western interests was targeted by airstrikes overnight in Syria also aimed at ISIS, the Pentagon said early Tuesday. Fighter jets and bombers launched 14 strikes in a significant escalation in the fight against ISIS, which the U.S. has pledged to degrade and destroy in wake of the Sunni militants' bloody rampage through Syria and Iraq."
Khorasan Group: Obama opens a new front against Al Qaeda (+video)
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Latest-News-Wires/2014/0924/Khorasan-Group-Obama-opens-a-new-front-against-Al-Qaeda-video
"The US decision to strike the Khorasan Group to stop a possible terror attack represents a significant expansion of the largely secret war against core Al Qaeda, a group President Barack Obama has proclaimed was "a shadow of its former self.""
National Archives: The nature and trends of global maritime security
http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20081120170436/http:/royalnavy.mod.uk/upload/pdf/The_nature_and_trends_of_global_maritime_security.pdf
"From Shanghai to Southampton, commercial shipping runs the gauntlet between pirates, terrorists and traffickers. But how real are the dangers of lawlessness at sea?"
What Is the "Khorasan Group" and Why Is the U.S. Bombing It in Syria?
http://carnegieendowment.org/syriaincrisis/?fa=56707
"Yesterday, the United States and allied Arab nations began a campaign of air strikes in Syria to "degrade and ultimately destroy" the so-called Islamic State, a Syria- and Iraq-based al-Qaeda splinter group also known as ISIS or ISIL."
U.S. Department of Defense Press Briefing on Operations in Syria by Lt. Gen.Mayville in the Pentagon Briefing Room
http://www.defense.gov/Transcripts/Transcript.aspx?TranscriptID=5505
Watch More:
What Is ISIS And What Do They Want In Iraq?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOGLesXQ4Tc
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4:42

Flo(a)w

Flo(a)w

Flo(a)w

Imperfect moments linked together to a less imperfect flow. Thats the nature of flow - it makes us a bit better.
Music: Balkan Beatbox
For more info on my work - publications, workshops around the globe, online coaching:
https://www.facebook.com/portal.ido
portal.ido@gmail.com
www.idoportal.com

3:04

How Powerful Are The Baltic States?

How Powerful Are The Baltic States?

How Powerful Are The Baltic States?

How Powerful Is Iowa? http://bit.ly/1nTUtLJ
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In the U.S. electoral system, states decide on how they nominate candidates. Why do some states have caucuses while others have primaries?
Learn More:
The Caucus System in the U.S. Presidential Nominating Process
http://www.cfr.org/united-states/caucus-system-us-presidential-nominating-process/p15640
"Political party caucuses, once the dominant system for choosing candidates in the presidential nominating process, have been less influential than primary elections for decades."
What are the Iowa caucuses?
http://www.vox.com/cards/iowa-caucus-2016-polls/what-are-the-iowa-caucuses
"The Iowa caucuses are the first time actual voters all across any U.S. state get up and go say who they want to be president."
The problems with caucuses and conventions
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2014/02/10/the-problems-with-caucuses-and-conventions/
"The Republican Party recently changed its presidential nomination procedures, mainly by adjusting the calendar of caucus and primaries."
MusicTrack Courtesy of APM Music: "Ephimeral"
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Bizarre Foods - Croatia - Dalmatian Coast

Andrew heads to Croatia, an Eastern European kingdom straight out of a storybook. An up-and-coming tourist hotspot, Andrew still finds ancient tastes from roasted dormice and giant offal kebabs to baked rooster and grilled frog.
Andrew Zimmern wanders the globe searching for strange and unusual delicacies. In each destination, Andrew samples the native culinary delights. However, he doesn't go in for the normal foods that tourists would be drawn to. Instead, he goes after the strangest foods that the location has to offer. He explains the taste, texture and history of all the foods he tastes.

59:51

Balkan Gypsy MIX by Selecta Pralënka & Major Alvega

Balkan Gypsy MIX by Selecta Pralënka & Major Alvega

Balkan Gypsy MIX by Selecta Pralënka & Major Alvega

https://www.facebook.com/selecta.major.alvega
Music sessions that roam the Balkan countries but also with influences from around the globe. Seeking to please the public with good rhythms, from the calmer to the more frantic. Always hoping that you have a good time with joy, dance and love.
If you want to get more information contact, just send a message through Facebook or for the email address:
selecta.major.alvega@gmail.com

3:27

10 Things NOT to Do in Serbia

10 Things NOT to Do in Serbia

10 Things NOT to Do in Serbia

Get more Tips here! http://www.destinationtips.com
If you just so happen to have a trip to Serbia on your travel itinerary, we have all the info you’ll ever need to make your vacation enjoyable. Here’s a list of 10 Things Not To Do in this Balkan nation.
1. Don't forget all the possibilities
If you’re looking for warm summers, go to the northern part, such Vojvodina. If you’re looking for some snowfall look no further than the mountainous region of Zlatibor. And, for year-round pleasant weather, you can’t beat the capital of Belgrade’s humid subtropical climate.
2. Don't forget to Make a ToastSerbs are big on looking each other directly in the eye while proclaiming, ‘živeli!’ (cheers!) before chugging their alcoholic beverage of choice. Make sure you raise your glass and clink it with the locals.
3. Don’t Mention Politics or Wars
Serbia has a harrowing history full of political conflict and devastating wars, so try your best to avoid this subject at all costs. Many of the people you’ll encounter likely lived through several conflicts,so be sensitive to their history that’s still fresh on their minds.
4. Don't leave without hiking to GolubacHome to a stunning fortress that’s perched atop a rock overlooking the Danube river. Most of the fort that sits higher up on the hill is inaccessible, but the views from below are well worth the trip to this tourist attraction in the Branicevo District.
5. Don’t Sit on the Corner of a Table
The Serbs are big on superstitions, and they take them seriously. They believe sitting on the corner will bring you bad luck, and you run the risk of being alone forever. Do you really want to run the risk of flying solo solo for the rest of your life?
6. Don’t Expect to Eat Vegetarian Dishes
Balkan cuisine is some of the most savory food you’ll ever eat, and veggie lovers will be able to find vegetables here and there. However, the majority of this region’s most popular dishes are chock-full of meat and potatoes.
7. Don't leave without Partying
Every July, the stages are full of some of the hottest musicians from across the globe, and also Belgrade’s nightlife is still quite impressive, the streets are lined with bars with welcoming staff that will serve you an ice cold Jelen beer with a smile.
8. Don’t Mention Kosovo
We’ve already mentioned how bringing up the wars is a big no-no, but you should also refrain from mentioning Kosovo and the 1989 war, as well. Unless you want to get into an intense debate about Balkan history and Kosovo’s past, don’t bother touching this topic if you can avoid it.
9. Don’t Photograph the Ruins
Aside from the beautiful architectural designs you’ll encounter, you’ll also see many decimated structures throughout the country which are remnants from the past turmoil Serbia has experienced. Be sensitive and hold off on taking that selfie in front of the ruins.
10. Don’t Hail a Cab
There are many crooks that will pretend to be legitimate drivers who will take you on a ride you’ll never forget. Make sure it has clear signage and is operated by a registered company. Then, get ready to explore one of the most fascinating and historical countries in Europe!
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Around the Balkans in 20+ Days (Part 1/5)

15 years after hosting Europe's ugliest civil war since the Holocaust, VICE takes a road trip across the remnants of Old Yugoslavia.
Watch more VICE documentaries here: http://bit.ly/VICE-Documentaries
While most of us were still hung up on grunge, the republics of the former Yugoslavia spent the early 90s hung up on seceding into their own countries and mass-murdering people over infinitesimal ethnic differences. And the mid 90s. And the late 90s. To commemorate 12 years without a major attempted genocide, we decided to rent a Yugo and take a road trip through the Balkans to see what's going on and try to wrap our thinkers around what was up with all that ethnic cleansin'.
Our first stop: A nostalgic amusement park in northern Serbia that recreates Marshall Tito's Socialist Federal Rep...

Balkan Beat Box - This Town

Balkan Beat Box on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2pDIB3U
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: NoamMaoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal
This Town - Lyrics
same same same
I got the same name wherever I go
and its the same game
I already know so well
not every moment rings a bell
not every meeting cracks the shell
not every magic got a spell
but I’m well
well in London or in Wellington
in Cape Town or in Washington
New York or in Prague
well in Paris or in Hague
been all over seen a lot
don't need more than what I got
been all over seen a lot
I won't be going for so long
It’s the same old song
same same
it’s the same name
where ever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬l...

published: 20 Mar 2018

Balkan Cancer (The name sometimes does lie: NATO’s “Merciful Angel” intervention against Yugoslavia)

The NATO intervention against former Yugoslavia was supposed to relieve the agonies and sufferings of the people in the region who were subject to seemingly unending wars. The outcomes of the intervention, however, came to confirm an established truth: West’s multiple standards in its foreign policies to achieve the goals of expanding its military and political hegemony across the globe. 20 years ago, for the first time, the silver bullet, as the inhabitants of Bosnia used to call the ammunition with depleted uranium, was used in the military conflicts at the Balkans. NATO generals were satisfied with the overall trial results. The depleted uranium became a part of everyday life at the Balkans in the years that followed. The story starts since long time ago long time ago when the Americans...

published: 30 Nov 2014

Ticon - Balkan Tourist (Smoke Sign & Rainbird remix)

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After two years of conceptions, after months of talking to artists, weeks of story boarding, days of sample mining, and countless hours in the studio composing...SmokeSign is honoured to release his second album, "The Storyteller's Weave". This album takes us on a long and vast journey, to the far edges of this earth and our consciousness. The album takes tracks from some of the most iconic names in Psytrance and completely transforms them into stories from all over the globe.
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Flo(a)w

Imperfect moments linked together to a less imperfect flow. Thats the nature of flow - it makes us a bit better.
Music: Balkan Beatbox
For more info on my work - publications, workshops around the globe, online coaching:
https://www.facebook.com/portal.ido
portal.ido@gmail.com
www.idoportal.com

published: 06 Jul 2011

How Powerful Are The Baltic States?

How Powerful Is Iowa? http://bit.ly/1nTUtLJ
» Subscribe to NowThis World: http://go.nowth.is/World_Subscribe
In the U.S. electoral system, states decide on how they nominate candidates. Why do some states have caucuses while others have primaries?
Learn More:
The Caucus System in the U.S. Presidential Nominating Process
http://www.cfr.org/united-states/caucus-system-us-presidential-nominating-process/p15640
"Political party caucuses, once the dominant system for choosing candidates in the presidential nominating process, have been less influential than primary elections for decades."
What are the Iowa caucuses?
http://www.vox.com/cards/iowa-caucus-2016-polls/what-are-the-iowa-caucuses
"The Iowa caucuses are the first time actual voters all across any U.S. state get up and go say who th...

Bizarre Foods - Croatia - Dalmatian Coast

Andrew heads to Croatia, an Eastern European kingdom straight out of a storybook. An up-and-coming tourist hotspot, Andrew still finds ancient tastes from roasted dormice and giant offal kebabs to baked rooster and grilled frog.
Andrew Zimmern wanders the globe searching for strange and unusual delicacies. In each destination, Andrew samples the native culinary delights. However, he doesn't go in for the normal foods that tourists would be drawn to. Instead, he goes after the strangest foods that the location has to offer. He explains the taste, texture and history of all the foods he tastes.

published: 07 Jan 2016

Balkan Gypsy MIX by Selecta Pralënka & Major Alvega

https://www.facebook.com/selecta.major.alvega
Music sessions that roam the Balkan countries but also with influences from around the globe. Seeking to please the public with good rhythms, from the calmer to the more frantic. Always hoping that you have a good time with joy, dance and love.
If you want to get more information contact, just send a message through Facebook or for the email address:
selecta.major.alvega@gmail.com

published: 23 Jun 2015

10 Things NOT to Do in Serbia

Get more Tips here! http://www.destinationtips.com
If you just so happen to have a trip to Serbia on your travel itinerary, we have all the info you’ll ever need to make your vacation enjoyable. Here’s a list of 10 Things Not To Do in this Balkan nation.
1. Don't forget all the possibilities
If you’re looking for warm summers, go to the northern part, such Vojvodina. If you’re looking for some snowfall look no further than the mountainous region of Zlatibor. And, for year-round pleasant weather, you can’t beat the capital of Belgrade’s humid subtropical climate.
2. Don't forget to Make a ToastSerbs are big on looking each other directly in the eye while proclaiming, ‘živeli!’ (cheers!) before chugging their alcoholic beverage of choice. Make sure you raise your glass and clink it with...

15 years after hosting Europe's ugliest civil war since the Holocaust, VICE takes a road trip across the remnants of Old Yugoslavia.
Watch more VICE documentaries here: http://bit.ly/VICE-Documentaries
While most of us were still hung up on grunge, the republics of the former Yugoslavia spent the early 90s hung up on seceding into their own countries and mass-murdering people over infinitesimal ethnic differences. And the mid 90s. And the late 90s. To commemorate 12 years without a major attempted genocide, we decided to rent a Yugo and take a road trip through the Balkans to see what's going on and try to wrap our thinkers around what was up with all that ethnic cleansin'.
Our first stop: A nostalgic amusement park in northern Serbia that recreates Marshall Tito's Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia with startling accuracy and grimness.
Watch the rest here!
Part 1/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-1
Part 2/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-2
Part 3/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-3
Part 4/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-4
Part 5/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-5
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15 years after hosting Europe's ugliest civil war since the Holocaust, VICE takes a road trip across the remnants of Old Yugoslavia.
Watch more VICE documentaries here: http://bit.ly/VICE-Documentaries
While most of us were still hung up on grunge, the republics of the former Yugoslavia spent the early 90s hung up on seceding into their own countries and mass-murdering people over infinitesimal ethnic differences. And the mid 90s. And the late 90s. To commemorate 12 years without a major attempted genocide, we decided to rent a Yugo and take a road trip through the Balkans to see what's going on and try to wrap our thinkers around what was up with all that ethnic cleansin'.
Our first stop: A nostalgic amusement park in northern Serbia that recreates Marshall Tito's Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia with startling accuracy and grimness.
Watch the rest here!
Part 1/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-1
Part 2/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-2
Part 3/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-3
Part 4/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-4
Part 5/5: http://bit.ly/Balkans-5
FollowThomas on Twitter - http://twitter.com/Babyballs69
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Balkan Beat Box on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2pDIB3U
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: NoamMaoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal
This Town - Lyrics
same same same
I got the same name wherever I go
and its the same game
I already know so well
not every moment rings a bell
not every meeting cracks the shell
not every magic got a spell
but I’m well
well in London or in Wellington
in Cape Town or in Washington
New York or in Prague
well in Paris or in Hague
been all over seen a lot
don't need more than what I got
been all over seen a lot
I won't be going for so long
It’s the same old song
same same
it’s the same name
where ever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
that’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
moving around
fame fame fame
I see the same frame wherever I go
and it’s the same name
I already know so well
Lyrics:
the need to buy and need to sell
the same old dish with different smell
the famous hit with fear to fail
but I‫'‬m well
I travel from LA to Beijing
circling the globe around with one wing
and keeping on doing my thing
I‫'‬m not a beggar or a king
and I got to go cuz I got a song
it’s sometimes right
and it’s sometimes wrong
I won't be going for so long
cuz there’s a place where I belong
same same
it’s the same name
wherever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
thats where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
Credits:
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: Noam Maoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal,
Line Producer: Libi Zamir
DOP: Eyal Bau Cohen
2nd Unit DOP: Ynon slutzky
Focus puller: Nitzan Rosen
Gaffer: Fatian Ibrahim, EricRaphaelMizrahi, Omer Harel
Grip: Roee Biberman
Art: Roni Zaslavsky, Ohad Ostro, Raz Mitrany
Behind the scenes: Doron Tsirulnik
Animation and VFX: BlackBoard Studios
Sagi Frenkel, Serj Maiorov, Guy Osnat, Daniel daniel Turuntsev, Mor Meshualm, Sefi Gayego
VFX and Color grading: BlackBoard Studios & Noam Sharon
Lyrics and Music by Balkan Beat Box
Performed by Balkan Beat Box
Produced by Balkan Beat Box
Engineered and Mixed by Tamir Muskat at Vibromonk East studio
SuperAssistant, Vibromonk East - Omry Amado
additional recordings by - Marko Gurkan at kicha studio
Assistant engineer - Florina mendel
Mastered by Vlado Meller at Vlado Meller Mastering
Assisted by Jeremy Lubsey
Tomer Yosef - Lead Vocals, Classical Guitar, Percussion
Tamir Muskat - Drums & Percussion, Programming, Backing VocalsOri Kaplan - Saxophones, Programming, Backing Vocals
Tom Darom – Synths
Yair Slutsky – Trombone
written by: O.Kaplan, T. Yosef, T. Muskat
published by: Bluma Music (ASCAP)/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Abarbanel/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Muskat Love Music/Songs MP (BMI); ACUM - Israel

Balkan Beat Box on Spotify - https://spoti.fi/2pDIB3U
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: NoamMaoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal
This Town - Lyrics
same same same
I got the same name wherever I go
and its the same game
I already know so well
not every moment rings a bell
not every meeting cracks the shell
not every magic got a spell
but I’m well
well in London or in Wellington
in Cape Town or in Washington
New York or in Prague
well in Paris or in Hague
been all over seen a lot
don't need more than what I got
been all over seen a lot
I won't be going for so long
It’s the same old song
same same
it’s the same name
where ever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
that’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
moving around
fame fame fame
I see the same frame wherever I go
and it’s the same name
I already know so well
Lyrics:
the need to buy and need to sell
the same old dish with different smell
the famous hit with fear to fail
but I‫'‬m well
I travel from LA to Beijing
circling the globe around with one wing
and keeping on doing my thing
I‫'‬m not a beggar or a king
and I got to go cuz I got a song
it’s sometimes right
and it’s sometimes wrong
I won't be going for so long
cuz there’s a place where I belong
same same
it’s the same name
wherever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
thats where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
Credits:
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: Noam Maoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal,
Line Producer: Libi Zamir
DOP: Eyal Bau Cohen
2nd Unit DOP: Ynon slutzky
Focus puller: Nitzan Rosen
Gaffer: Fatian Ibrahim, EricRaphaelMizrahi, Omer Harel
Grip: Roee Biberman
Art: Roni Zaslavsky, Ohad Ostro, Raz Mitrany
Behind the scenes: Doron Tsirulnik
Animation and VFX: BlackBoard Studios
Sagi Frenkel, Serj Maiorov, Guy Osnat, Daniel daniel Turuntsev, Mor Meshualm, Sefi Gayego
VFX and Color grading: BlackBoard Studios & Noam Sharon
Lyrics and Music by Balkan Beat Box
Performed by Balkan Beat Box
Produced by Balkan Beat Box
Engineered and Mixed by Tamir Muskat at Vibromonk East studio
SuperAssistant, Vibromonk East - Omry Amado
additional recordings by - Marko Gurkan at kicha studio
Assistant engineer - Florina mendel
Mastered by Vlado Meller at Vlado Meller Mastering
Assisted by Jeremy Lubsey
Tomer Yosef - Lead Vocals, Classical Guitar, Percussion
Tamir Muskat - Drums & Percussion, Programming, Backing VocalsOri Kaplan - Saxophones, Programming, Backing Vocals
Tom Darom – Synths
Yair Slutsky – Trombone
written by: O.Kaplan, T. Yosef, T. Muskat
published by: Bluma Music (ASCAP)/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Abarbanel/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Muskat Love Music/Songs MP (BMI); ACUM - Israel

Balkan Cancer (The name sometimes does lie: NATO’s “Merciful Angel” intervention against Yugoslavia)

The NATO intervention against former Yugoslavia was supposed to relieve the agonies and sufferings of the people in the region who were subject to seemingly une...

The NATO intervention against former Yugoslavia was supposed to relieve the agonies and sufferings of the people in the region who were subject to seemingly unending wars. The outcomes of the intervention, however, came to confirm an established truth: West’s multiple standards in its foreign policies to achieve the goals of expanding its military and political hegemony across the globe. 20 years ago, for the first time, the silver bullet, as the inhabitants of Bosnia used to call the ammunition with depleted uranium, was used in the military conflicts at the Balkans. NATO generals were satisfied with the overall trial results. The depleted uranium became a part of everyday life at the Balkans in the years that followed. The story starts since long time ago long time ago when the Americans were preparing for a long period for the war against Slobodan Milosevic. Several years before the war, the Balkan headquarters of CIA was moved from Belgrade to the capital city of Bulgaria, Sofia. Everyone was relieved when the truce was signed in Kumanovo, Macedonia, for the cease of the military operations of NATO. The Serbian army began to withdraw from Kosovo. But the bombs and the consequences of the bombing remained. The depleted uranium started to take its blood tax. People began to die of cancer on a large scale.
15 years after the NATO bombing in Southern and Central Serbia, we are witnessing a real explosion and increase of cancer.
PRESS TVDocumentaries

The NATO intervention against former Yugoslavia was supposed to relieve the agonies and sufferings of the people in the region who were subject to seemingly unending wars. The outcomes of the intervention, however, came to confirm an established truth: West’s multiple standards in its foreign policies to achieve the goals of expanding its military and political hegemony across the globe. 20 years ago, for the first time, the silver bullet, as the inhabitants of Bosnia used to call the ammunition with depleted uranium, was used in the military conflicts at the Balkans. NATO generals were satisfied with the overall trial results. The depleted uranium became a part of everyday life at the Balkans in the years that followed. The story starts since long time ago long time ago when the Americans were preparing for a long period for the war against Slobodan Milosevic. Several years before the war, the Balkan headquarters of CIA was moved from Belgrade to the capital city of Bulgaria, Sofia. Everyone was relieved when the truce was signed in Kumanovo, Macedonia, for the cease of the military operations of NATO. The Serbian army began to withdraw from Kosovo. But the bombs and the consequences of the bombing remained. The depleted uranium started to take its blood tax. People began to die of cancer on a large scale.
15 years after the NATO bombing in Southern and Central Serbia, we are witnessing a real explosion and increase of cancer.
PRESS TVDocumentaries

Ticon - Balkan Tourist (Smoke Sign & Rainbird remix)

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After two years of conceptions, after months of ta...

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After two years of conceptions, after months of talking to artists, weeks of story boarding, days of sample mining, and countless hours in the studio composing...SmokeSign is honoured to release his second album, "The Storyteller's Weave". This album takes us on a long and vast journey, to the far edges of this earth and our consciousness. The album takes tracks from some of the most iconic names in Psytrance and completely transforms them into stories from all over the globe.
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Zenon Records was founded in 2003 by Sensient. The Zenon sound can be described as “deep & intelligent minimal/electronica with strong lashings of musicality & futuristic sound design”. The sound is distinct and has infiltrated the electronic dance music scene worldwide, with our artists representing on some of the biggest stages in the world. With its massive roster of talented artists & Djs, the Zenon collective will continue to grow & inspire each other to take it to the next level.

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After two years of conceptions, after months of talking to artists, weeks of story boarding, days of sample mining, and countless hours in the studio composing...SmokeSign is honoured to release his second album, "The Storyteller's Weave". This album takes us on a long and vast journey, to the far edges of this earth and our consciousness. The album takes tracks from some of the most iconic names in Psytrance and completely transforms them into stories from all over the globe.
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Bandcamp: http://zenonrecords.bandcamp.com/
Zenon Records was founded in 2003 by Sensient. The Zenon sound can be described as “deep & intelligent minimal/electronica with strong lashings of musicality & futuristic sound design”. The sound is distinct and has infiltrated the electronic dance music scene worldwide, with our artists representing on some of the biggest stages in the world. With its massive roster of talented artists & Djs, the Zenon collective will continue to grow & inspire each other to take it to the next level.

Why Do Croatia & Serbia Hate Each Other?

ISIS wasn't the only target in the recent U.S. airstrikes in Syria. The U.S. also attacked a group of Al-Qaeda veterans and bomb makers referred to as The Khora...

ISIS wasn't the only target in the recent U.S. airstrikes in Syria. The U.S. also attacked a group of Al-Qaeda veterans and bomb makers referred to as The Khorasan Group. The organization was largely unknown to the American public up until now, yet U.S. officials considered them to be more dangerous than ISIS. Who exactly are they and how are they a big threat?
Learn More:
U.S. Department of Defense: SuccessfulSyrianStrikes Only the Beginning
http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=123241
"Successful U.S. military and partner nation strikes last night against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL, were only the beginning of the fight to degrade and defeat the brutal terrorist group, PentagonPress SecretaryNavy Adm. John Kirby said today."
What Is the Khorasan Group, Targeted By US in Syria?
http://abcnews.go.com/International/khorasan-group-targeted-us-syria/story?id=25700467
"The U.S. military said today that by striking a little known terror cell called the Khorasan Group in Syria it was able to take out dangerous men who were "plotting and planning imminent attacks against Western targets to include the U.S. homeland.""
What's the difference between ISIS, al-Nusra and the Khorasan Group?
http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/24/world/meast/isis-al-nusra-khorasan-difference/
"Not long ago, the threat of terrorist attacks against the United States boiled down to two words: al Qaeda."
What Is Khorasan and Why Did the US Just Bomb It?
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/09/what-is-khorasan-why-did-us-bomb
"On Monday night, a US-led coalition launched air strikes in Syria against members of ISIS, the extremist Islamic group occupying territory in Iraq and Syria. As a "last-minute add-on," NBC reports, the United States also targeted a different terrorist group: a little-known outfit called Khorasan. "
U.S. Embassy: United States Designates Muhsin al-Fadhli as Terrorist
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2012/10/199299.htm
http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/texttrans/2005/02/20050215155659ndyblehs0.568722.html#axzz3ELLZYzjB
"The U.S. Treasury Department has designated Kuwaiti national Muhsin al-Fadhli as a supporter of terrorism for his activities in connection with al-Qaida and with the Iraqi-based terrorist network of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi."
U.S. Bombs ISIS Sites in Syria and Targets Khorasan Group
http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/isis-terror/u-s-bombs-isis-sites-syria-targets-khorasan-group-n209421
"A network of "seasoned al Qaeda veterans" plotting to attack U.S. and Western interests was targeted by airstrikes overnight in Syria also aimed at ISIS, the Pentagon said early Tuesday. Fighter jets and bombers launched 14 strikes in a significant escalation in the fight against ISIS, which the U.S. has pledged to degrade and destroy in wake of the Sunni militants' bloody rampage through Syria and Iraq."
Khorasan Group: Obama opens a new front against Al Qaeda (+video)
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Latest-News-Wires/2014/0924/Khorasan-Group-Obama-opens-a-new-front-against-Al-Qaeda-video
"The US decision to strike the Khorasan Group to stop a possible terror attack represents a significant expansion of the largely secret war against core Al Qaeda, a group President Barack Obama has proclaimed was "a shadow of its former self.""
National Archives: The nature and trends of global maritime security
http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20081120170436/http:/royalnavy.mod.uk/upload/pdf/The_nature_and_trends_of_global_maritime_security.pdf
"From Shanghai to Southampton, commercial shipping runs the gauntlet between pirates, terrorists and traffickers. But how real are the dangers of lawlessness at sea?"
What Is the "Khorasan Group" and Why Is the U.S. Bombing It in Syria?
http://carnegieendowment.org/syriaincrisis/?fa=56707
"Yesterday, the United States and allied Arab nations began a campaign of air strikes in Syria to "degrade and ultimately destroy" the so-called Islamic State, a Syria- and Iraq-based al-Qaeda splinter group also known as ISIS or ISIL."
U.S. Department of Defense Press Briefing on Operations in Syria by Lt. Gen.Mayville in the Pentagon Briefing Room
http://www.defense.gov/Transcripts/Transcript.aspx?TranscriptID=5505
Watch More:
What Is ISIS And What Do They Want In Iraq?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOGLesXQ4Tc
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ISIS wasn't the only target in the recent U.S. airstrikes in Syria. The U.S. also attacked a group of Al-Qaeda veterans and bomb makers referred to as The Khorasan Group. The organization was largely unknown to the American public up until now, yet U.S. officials considered them to be more dangerous than ISIS. Who exactly are they and how are they a big threat?
Learn More:
U.S. Department of Defense: SuccessfulSyrianStrikes Only the Beginning
http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=123241
"Successful U.S. military and partner nation strikes last night against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL, were only the beginning of the fight to degrade and defeat the brutal terrorist group, PentagonPress SecretaryNavy Adm. John Kirby said today."
What Is the Khorasan Group, Targeted By US in Syria?
http://abcnews.go.com/International/khorasan-group-targeted-us-syria/story?id=25700467
"The U.S. military said today that by striking a little known terror cell called the Khorasan Group in Syria it was able to take out dangerous men who were "plotting and planning imminent attacks against Western targets to include the U.S. homeland.""
What's the difference between ISIS, al-Nusra and the Khorasan Group?
http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/24/world/meast/isis-al-nusra-khorasan-difference/
"Not long ago, the threat of terrorist attacks against the United States boiled down to two words: al Qaeda."
What Is Khorasan and Why Did the US Just Bomb It?
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/09/what-is-khorasan-why-did-us-bomb
"On Monday night, a US-led coalition launched air strikes in Syria against members of ISIS, the extremist Islamic group occupying territory in Iraq and Syria. As a "last-minute add-on," NBC reports, the United States also targeted a different terrorist group: a little-known outfit called Khorasan. "
U.S. Embassy: United States Designates Muhsin al-Fadhli as Terrorist
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2012/10/199299.htm
http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/texttrans/2005/02/20050215155659ndyblehs0.568722.html#axzz3ELLZYzjB
"The U.S. Treasury Department has designated Kuwaiti national Muhsin al-Fadhli as a supporter of terrorism for his activities in connection with al-Qaida and with the Iraqi-based terrorist network of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi."
U.S. Bombs ISIS Sites in Syria and Targets Khorasan Group
http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/isis-terror/u-s-bombs-isis-sites-syria-targets-khorasan-group-n209421
"A network of "seasoned al Qaeda veterans" plotting to attack U.S. and Western interests was targeted by airstrikes overnight in Syria also aimed at ISIS, the Pentagon said early Tuesday. Fighter jets and bombers launched 14 strikes in a significant escalation in the fight against ISIS, which the U.S. has pledged to degrade and destroy in wake of the Sunni militants' bloody rampage through Syria and Iraq."
Khorasan Group: Obama opens a new front against Al Qaeda (+video)
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Latest-News-Wires/2014/0924/Khorasan-Group-Obama-opens-a-new-front-against-Al-Qaeda-video
"The US decision to strike the Khorasan Group to stop a possible terror attack represents a significant expansion of the largely secret war against core Al Qaeda, a group President Barack Obama has proclaimed was "a shadow of its former self.""
National Archives: The nature and trends of global maritime security
http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20081120170436/http:/royalnavy.mod.uk/upload/pdf/The_nature_and_trends_of_global_maritime_security.pdf
"From Shanghai to Southampton, commercial shipping runs the gauntlet between pirates, terrorists and traffickers. But how real are the dangers of lawlessness at sea?"
What Is the "Khorasan Group" and Why Is the U.S. Bombing It in Syria?
http://carnegieendowment.org/syriaincrisis/?fa=56707
"Yesterday, the United States and allied Arab nations began a campaign of air strikes in Syria to "degrade and ultimately destroy" the so-called Islamic State, a Syria- and Iraq-based al-Qaeda splinter group also known as ISIS or ISIL."
U.S. Department of Defense Press Briefing on Operations in Syria by Lt. Gen.Mayville in the Pentagon Briefing Room
http://www.defense.gov/Transcripts/Transcript.aspx?TranscriptID=5505
Watch More:
What Is ISIS And What Do They Want In Iraq?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOGLesXQ4Tc
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Flo(a)w

Imperfect moments linked together to a less imperfect flow. Thats the nature of flow - it makes us a bit better.
Music: Balkan Beatbox
For more info on my wor...

Imperfect moments linked together to a less imperfect flow. Thats the nature of flow - it makes us a bit better.
Music: Balkan Beatbox
For more info on my work - publications, workshops around the globe, online coaching:
https://www.facebook.com/portal.ido
portal.ido@gmail.com
www.idoportal.com

Imperfect moments linked together to a less imperfect flow. Thats the nature of flow - it makes us a bit better.
Music: Balkan Beatbox
For more info on my work - publications, workshops around the globe, online coaching:
https://www.facebook.com/portal.ido
portal.ido@gmail.com
www.idoportal.com

How Powerful Are The Baltic States?

How Powerful Is Iowa? http://bit.ly/1nTUtLJ
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In the U.S. electoral system, states decide on ho...

How Powerful Is Iowa? http://bit.ly/1nTUtLJ
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In the U.S. electoral system, states decide on how they nominate candidates. Why do some states have caucuses while others have primaries?
Learn More:
The Caucus System in the U.S. Presidential Nominating Process
http://www.cfr.org/united-states/caucus-system-us-presidential-nominating-process/p15640
"Political party caucuses, once the dominant system for choosing candidates in the presidential nominating process, have been less influential than primary elections for decades."
What are the Iowa caucuses?
http://www.vox.com/cards/iowa-caucus-2016-polls/what-are-the-iowa-caucuses
"The Iowa caucuses are the first time actual voters all across any U.S. state get up and go say who they want to be president."
The problems with caucuses and conventions
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2014/02/10/the-problems-with-caucuses-and-conventions/
"The Republican Party recently changed its presidential nomination procedures, mainly by adjusting the calendar of caucus and primaries."
MusicTrack Courtesy of APM Music: "Ephimeral"
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How Powerful Is Iowa? http://bit.ly/1nTUtLJ
» Subscribe to NowThis World: http://go.nowth.is/World_Subscribe
In the U.S. electoral system, states decide on how they nominate candidates. Why do some states have caucuses while others have primaries?
Learn More:
The Caucus System in the U.S. Presidential Nominating Process
http://www.cfr.org/united-states/caucus-system-us-presidential-nominating-process/p15640
"Political party caucuses, once the dominant system for choosing candidates in the presidential nominating process, have been less influential than primary elections for decades."
What are the Iowa caucuses?
http://www.vox.com/cards/iowa-caucus-2016-polls/what-are-the-iowa-caucuses
"The Iowa caucuses are the first time actual voters all across any U.S. state get up and go say who they want to be president."
The problems with caucuses and conventions
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2014/02/10/the-problems-with-caucuses-and-conventions/
"The Republican Party recently changed its presidential nomination procedures, mainly by adjusting the calendar of caucus and primaries."
MusicTrack Courtesy of APM Music: "Ephimeral"
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Bizarre Foods - Croatia - Dalmatian Coast

Andrew heads to Croatia, an Eastern European kingdom straight out of a storybook. An up-and-coming tourist hotspot, Andrew still finds ancient tastes from roast...

Andrew heads to Croatia, an Eastern European kingdom straight out of a storybook. An up-and-coming tourist hotspot, Andrew still finds ancient tastes from roasted dormice and giant offal kebabs to baked rooster and grilled frog.
Andrew Zimmern wanders the globe searching for strange and unusual delicacies. In each destination, Andrew samples the native culinary delights. However, he doesn't go in for the normal foods that tourists would be drawn to. Instead, he goes after the strangest foods that the location has to offer. He explains the taste, texture and history of all the foods he tastes.

Andrew heads to Croatia, an Eastern European kingdom straight out of a storybook. An up-and-coming tourist hotspot, Andrew still finds ancient tastes from roasted dormice and giant offal kebabs to baked rooster and grilled frog.
Andrew Zimmern wanders the globe searching for strange and unusual delicacies. In each destination, Andrew samples the native culinary delights. However, he doesn't go in for the normal foods that tourists would be drawn to. Instead, he goes after the strangest foods that the location has to offer. He explains the taste, texture and history of all the foods he tastes.

Balkan Gypsy MIX by Selecta Pralënka & Major Alvega

https://www.facebook.com/selecta.major.alvega
Music sessions that roam the Balkan countries but also with influences from around the globe. Seeking to please t...

https://www.facebook.com/selecta.major.alvega
Music sessions that roam the Balkan countries but also with influences from around the globe. Seeking to please the public with good rhythms, from the calmer to the more frantic. Always hoping that you have a good time with joy, dance and love.
If you want to get more information contact, just send a message through Facebook or for the email address:
selecta.major.alvega@gmail.com

https://www.facebook.com/selecta.major.alvega
Music sessions that roam the Balkan countries but also with influences from around the globe. Seeking to please the public with good rhythms, from the calmer to the more frantic. Always hoping that you have a good time with joy, dance and love.
If you want to get more information contact, just send a message through Facebook or for the email address:
selecta.major.alvega@gmail.com

10 Things NOT to Do in Serbia

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If you just so happen to have a trip to Serbia on your travel itinerary, we have all the info you’ll ever ne...

Get more Tips here! http://www.destinationtips.com
If you just so happen to have a trip to Serbia on your travel itinerary, we have all the info you’ll ever need to make your vacation enjoyable. Here’s a list of 10 Things Not To Do in this Balkan nation.
1. Don't forget all the possibilities
If you’re looking for warm summers, go to the northern part, such Vojvodina. If you’re looking for some snowfall look no further than the mountainous region of Zlatibor. And, for year-round pleasant weather, you can’t beat the capital of Belgrade’s humid subtropical climate.
2. Don't forget to Make a ToastSerbs are big on looking each other directly in the eye while proclaiming, ‘živeli!’ (cheers!) before chugging their alcoholic beverage of choice. Make sure you raise your glass and clink it with the locals.
3. Don’t Mention Politics or Wars
Serbia has a harrowing history full of political conflict and devastating wars, so try your best to avoid this subject at all costs. Many of the people you’ll encounter likely lived through several conflicts,so be sensitive to their history that’s still fresh on their minds.
4. Don't leave without hiking to GolubacHome to a stunning fortress that’s perched atop a rock overlooking the Danube river. Most of the fort that sits higher up on the hill is inaccessible, but the views from below are well worth the trip to this tourist attraction in the Branicevo District.
5. Don’t Sit on the Corner of a Table
The Serbs are big on superstitions, and they take them seriously. They believe sitting on the corner will bring you bad luck, and you run the risk of being alone forever. Do you really want to run the risk of flying solo solo for the rest of your life?
6. Don’t Expect to Eat Vegetarian Dishes
Balkan cuisine is some of the most savory food you’ll ever eat, and veggie lovers will be able to find vegetables here and there. However, the majority of this region’s most popular dishes are chock-full of meat and potatoes.
7. Don't leave without Partying
Every July, the stages are full of some of the hottest musicians from across the globe, and also Belgrade’s nightlife is still quite impressive, the streets are lined with bars with welcoming staff that will serve you an ice cold Jelen beer with a smile.
8. Don’t Mention Kosovo
We’ve already mentioned how bringing up the wars is a big no-no, but you should also refrain from mentioning Kosovo and the 1989 war, as well. Unless you want to get into an intense debate about Balkan history and Kosovo’s past, don’t bother touching this topic if you can avoid it.
9. Don’t Photograph the Ruins
Aside from the beautiful architectural designs you’ll encounter, you’ll also see many decimated structures throughout the country which are remnants from the past turmoil Serbia has experienced. Be sensitive and hold off on taking that selfie in front of the ruins.
10. Don’t Hail a Cab
There are many crooks that will pretend to be legitimate drivers who will take you on a ride you’ll never forget. Make sure it has clear signage and is operated by a registered company. Then, get ready to explore one of the most fascinating and historical countries in Europe!
Where do you want to know what not to do in next?
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Get more Tips here! http://www.destinationtips.com
If you just so happen to have a trip to Serbia on your travel itinerary, we have all the info you’ll ever need to make your vacation enjoyable. Here’s a list of 10 Things Not To Do in this Balkan nation.
1. Don't forget all the possibilities
If you’re looking for warm summers, go to the northern part, such Vojvodina. If you’re looking for some snowfall look no further than the mountainous region of Zlatibor. And, for year-round pleasant weather, you can’t beat the capital of Belgrade’s humid subtropical climate.
2. Don't forget to Make a ToastSerbs are big on looking each other directly in the eye while proclaiming, ‘živeli!’ (cheers!) before chugging their alcoholic beverage of choice. Make sure you raise your glass and clink it with the locals.
3. Don’t Mention Politics or Wars
Serbia has a harrowing history full of political conflict and devastating wars, so try your best to avoid this subject at all costs. Many of the people you’ll encounter likely lived through several conflicts,so be sensitive to their history that’s still fresh on their minds.
4. Don't leave without hiking to GolubacHome to a stunning fortress that’s perched atop a rock overlooking the Danube river. Most of the fort that sits higher up on the hill is inaccessible, but the views from below are well worth the trip to this tourist attraction in the Branicevo District.
5. Don’t Sit on the Corner of a Table
The Serbs are big on superstitions, and they take them seriously. They believe sitting on the corner will bring you bad luck, and you run the risk of being alone forever. Do you really want to run the risk of flying solo solo for the rest of your life?
6. Don’t Expect to Eat Vegetarian Dishes
Balkan cuisine is some of the most savory food you’ll ever eat, and veggie lovers will be able to find vegetables here and there. However, the majority of this region’s most popular dishes are chock-full of meat and potatoes.
7. Don't leave without Partying
Every July, the stages are full of some of the hottest musicians from across the globe, and also Belgrade’s nightlife is still quite impressive, the streets are lined with bars with welcoming staff that will serve you an ice cold Jelen beer with a smile.
8. Don’t Mention Kosovo
We’ve already mentioned how bringing up the wars is a big no-no, but you should also refrain from mentioning Kosovo and the 1989 war, as well. Unless you want to get into an intense debate about Balkan history and Kosovo’s past, don’t bother touching this topic if you can avoid it.
9. Don’t Photograph the Ruins
Aside from the beautiful architectural designs you’ll encounter, you’ll also see many decimated structures throughout the country which are remnants from the past turmoil Serbia has experienced. Be sensitive and hold off on taking that selfie in front of the ruins.
10. Don’t Hail a Cab
There are many crooks that will pretend to be legitimate drivers who will take you on a ride you’ll never forget. Make sure it has clear signage and is operated by a registered company. Then, get ready to explore one of the most fascinating and historical countries in Europe!
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Around the Balkans in 20+ Days (Part 1/5)

15 years after hosting Europe's ugliest civil war since the Holocaust, VICE takes a road trip across the remnants of Old Yugoslavia.
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While most of us were still hung up on grunge, the republics of the former Yugoslavia spent the early 90s hung up on seceding into their own countries and mass-murdering people over infinitesimal ethnic differences. And the mid 90s. And the late 90s. To commemorate 12 years without a major attempted genocide, we decided to rent a Yugo and take a road trip through the Balkans to see what's going on and try to wrap our thinkers around what was up with all that ethnic cleansin'.
Our first stop: A nostalgic amusement park in northern Serbia that recreates Marshall Tito's Socialist Federal Republic of Yugoslavia with startling accuracy and grimness.
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Balkan Beat Box - This Town

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A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: NoamMaoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal
This Town - Lyrics
same same same
I got the same name wherever I go
and its the same game
I already know so well
not every moment rings a bell
not every meeting cracks the shell
not every magic got a spell
but I’m well
well in London or in Wellington
in Cape Town or in Washington
New York or in Prague
well in Paris or in Hague
been all over seen a lot
don't need more than what I got
been all over seen a lot
I won't be going for so long
It’s the same old song
same same
it’s the same name
where ever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
that’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
moving around
fame fame fame
I see the same frame wherever I go
and it’s the same name
I already know so well
Lyrics:
the need to buy and need to sell
the same old dish with different smell
the famous hit with fear to fail
but I‫'‬m well
I travel from LA to Beijing
circling the globe around with one wing
and keeping on doing my thing
I‫'‬m not a beggar or a king
and I got to go cuz I got a song
it’s sometimes right
and it’s sometimes wrong
I won't be going for so long
cuz there’s a place where I belong
same same
it’s the same name
wherever I go
it’s the same game
but I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
thats where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
I love this town
that‫'‬s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be moving around
I got you with me
That’s where I want to be
and I‫'‬ll be sticking around
Credits:
A BlackBoard Studios production
Executive Producer: Noam Maoz, Sagi Frenkel
Directed by: Too short for modeling (TSFM): Noam Sharon & Tal Rosenthal,
Line Producer: Libi Zamir
DOP: Eyal Bau Cohen
2nd Unit DOP: Ynon slutzky
Focus puller: Nitzan Rosen
Gaffer: Fatian Ibrahim, EricRaphaelMizrahi, Omer Harel
Grip: Roee Biberman
Art: Roni Zaslavsky, Ohad Ostro, Raz Mitrany
Behind the scenes: Doron Tsirulnik
Animation and VFX: BlackBoard Studios
Sagi Frenkel, Serj Maiorov, Guy Osnat, Daniel daniel Turuntsev, Mor Meshualm, Sefi Gayego
VFX and Color grading: BlackBoard Studios & Noam Sharon
Lyrics and Music by Balkan Beat Box
Performed by Balkan Beat Box
Produced by Balkan Beat Box
Engineered and Mixed by Tamir Muskat at Vibromonk East studio
SuperAssistant, Vibromonk East - Omry Amado
additional recordings by - Marko Gurkan at kicha studio
Assistant engineer - Florina mendel
Mastered by Vlado Meller at Vlado Meller Mastering
Assisted by Jeremy Lubsey
Tomer Yosef - Lead Vocals, Classical Guitar, Percussion
Tamir Muskat - Drums & Percussion, Programming, Backing VocalsOri Kaplan - Saxophones, Programming, Backing Vocals
Tom Darom – Synths
Yair Slutsky – Trombone
written by: O.Kaplan, T. Yosef, T. Muskat
published by: Bluma Music (ASCAP)/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Abarbanel/Songs of SMP (ASCAP), Muskat Love Music/Songs MP (BMI); ACUM - Israel

Balkan Cancer (The name sometimes does lie: NATO’s “Merciful Angel” intervention against Yugoslavia)

The NATO intervention against former Yugoslavia was supposed to relieve the agonies and sufferings of the people in the region who were subject to seemingly unending wars. The outcomes of the intervention, however, came to confirm an established truth: West’s multiple standards in its foreign policies to achieve the goals of expanding its military and political hegemony across the globe. 20 years ago, for the first time, the silver bullet, as the inhabitants of Bosnia used to call the ammunition with depleted uranium, was used in the military conflicts at the Balkans. NATO generals were satisfied with the overall trial results. The depleted uranium became a part of everyday life at the Balkans in the years that followed. The story starts since long time ago long time ago when the Americans were preparing for a long period for the war against Slobodan Milosevic. Several years before the war, the Balkan headquarters of CIA was moved from Belgrade to the capital city of Bulgaria, Sofia. Everyone was relieved when the truce was signed in Kumanovo, Macedonia, for the cease of the military operations of NATO. The Serbian army began to withdraw from Kosovo. But the bombs and the consequences of the bombing remained. The depleted uranium started to take its blood tax. People began to die of cancer on a large scale.
15 years after the NATO bombing in Southern and Central Serbia, we are witnessing a real explosion and increase of cancer.
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Ticon - Balkan Tourist (Smoke Sign & Rainbird remix)

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After two years of conceptions, after months of talking to artists, weeks of story boarding, days of sample mining, and countless hours in the studio composing...SmokeSign is honoured to release his second album, "The Storyteller's Weave". This album takes us on a long and vast journey, to the far edges of this earth and our consciousness. The album takes tracks from some of the most iconic names in Psytrance and completely transforms them into stories from all over the globe.
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Why Do Croatia & Serbia Hate Each Other?

ISIS wasn't the only target in the recent U.S. airstrikes in Syria. The U.S. also attacked a group of Al-Qaeda veterans and bomb makers referred to as The Khorasan Group. The organization was largely unknown to the American public up until now, yet U.S. officials considered them to be more dangerous than ISIS. Who exactly are they and how are they a big threat?
Learn More:
U.S. Department of Defense: SuccessfulSyrianStrikes Only the Beginning
http://www.defense.gov/news/newsarticle.aspx?id=123241
"Successful U.S. military and partner nation strikes last night against the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant, or ISIL, were only the beginning of the fight to degrade and defeat the brutal terrorist group, PentagonPress SecretaryNavy Adm. John Kirby said today."
What Is the Khorasan Group, Targeted By US in Syria?
http://abcnews.go.com/International/khorasan-group-targeted-us-syria/story?id=25700467
"The U.S. military said today that by striking a little known terror cell called the Khorasan Group in Syria it was able to take out dangerous men who were "plotting and planning imminent attacks against Western targets to include the U.S. homeland.""
What's the difference between ISIS, al-Nusra and the Khorasan Group?
http://www.cnn.com/2014/09/24/world/meast/isis-al-nusra-khorasan-difference/
"Not long ago, the threat of terrorist attacks against the United States boiled down to two words: al Qaeda."
What Is Khorasan and Why Did the US Just Bomb It?
http://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/09/what-is-khorasan-why-did-us-bomb
"On Monday night, a US-led coalition launched air strikes in Syria against members of ISIS, the extremist Islamic group occupying territory in Iraq and Syria. As a "last-minute add-on," NBC reports, the United States also targeted a different terrorist group: a little-known outfit called Khorasan. "
U.S. Embassy: United States Designates Muhsin al-Fadhli as Terrorist
http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2012/10/199299.htm
http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/texttrans/2005/02/20050215155659ndyblehs0.568722.html#axzz3ELLZYzjB
"The U.S. Treasury Department has designated Kuwaiti national Muhsin al-Fadhli as a supporter of terrorism for his activities in connection with al-Qaida and with the Iraqi-based terrorist network of Abu Musab al-Zarqawi."
U.S. Bombs ISIS Sites in Syria and Targets Khorasan Group
http://www.nbcnews.com/storyline/isis-terror/u-s-bombs-isis-sites-syria-targets-khorasan-group-n209421
"A network of "seasoned al Qaeda veterans" plotting to attack U.S. and Western interests was targeted by airstrikes overnight in Syria also aimed at ISIS, the Pentagon said early Tuesday. Fighter jets and bombers launched 14 strikes in a significant escalation in the fight against ISIS, which the U.S. has pledged to degrade and destroy in wake of the Sunni militants' bloody rampage through Syria and Iraq."
Khorasan Group: Obama opens a new front against Al Qaeda (+video)
http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Latest-News-Wires/2014/0924/Khorasan-Group-Obama-opens-a-new-front-against-Al-Qaeda-video
"The US decision to strike the Khorasan Group to stop a possible terror attack represents a significant expansion of the largely secret war against core Al Qaeda, a group President Barack Obama has proclaimed was "a shadow of its former self.""
National Archives: The nature and trends of global maritime security
http://webarchive.nationalarchives.gov.uk/20081120170436/http:/royalnavy.mod.uk/upload/pdf/The_nature_and_trends_of_global_maritime_security.pdf
"From Shanghai to Southampton, commercial shipping runs the gauntlet between pirates, terrorists and traffickers. But how real are the dangers of lawlessness at sea?"
What Is the "Khorasan Group" and Why Is the U.S. Bombing It in Syria?
http://carnegieendowment.org/syriaincrisis/?fa=56707
"Yesterday, the United States and allied Arab nations began a campaign of air strikes in Syria to "degrade and ultimately destroy" the so-called Islamic State, a Syria- and Iraq-based al-Qaeda splinter group also known as ISIS or ISIL."
U.S. Department of Defense Press Briefing on Operations in Syria by Lt. Gen.Mayville in the Pentagon Briefing Room
http://www.defense.gov/Transcripts/Transcript.aspx?TranscriptID=5505
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What Is ISIS And What Do They Want In Iraq?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOGLesXQ4Tc
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Flo(a)w

Imperfect moments linked together to a less imperfect flow. Thats the nature of flow - it makes us a bit better.
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How Powerful Are The Baltic States?

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In the U.S. electoral system, states decide on how they nominate candidates. Why do some states have caucuses while others have primaries?
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The Caucus System in the U.S. Presidential Nominating Process
http://www.cfr.org/united-states/caucus-system-us-presidential-nominating-process/p15640
"Political party caucuses, once the dominant system for choosing candidates in the presidential nominating process, have been less influential than primary elections for decades."
What are the Iowa caucuses?
http://www.vox.com/cards/iowa-caucus-2016-polls/what-are-the-iowa-caucuses
"The Iowa caucuses are the first time actual voters all across any U.S. state get up and go say who they want to be president."
The problems with caucuses and conventions
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2014/02/10/the-problems-with-caucuses-and-conventions/
"The Republican Party recently changed its presidential nomination procedures, mainly by adjusting the calendar of caucus and primaries."
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Bizarre Foods - Croatia - Dalmatian Coast

Andrew heads to Croatia, an Eastern European kingdom straight out of a storybook. An up-and-coming tourist hotspot, Andrew still finds ancient tastes from roasted dormice and giant offal kebabs to baked rooster and grilled frog.
Andrew Zimmern wanders the globe searching for strange and unusual delicacies. In each destination, Andrew samples the native culinary delights. However, he doesn't go in for the normal foods that tourists would be drawn to. Instead, he goes after the strangest foods that the location has to offer. He explains the taste, texture and history of all the foods he tastes.

Balkan Gypsy MIX by Selecta Pralënka & Major Alvega

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Music sessions that roam the Balkan countries but also with influences from around the globe. Seeking to please the public with good rhythms, from the calmer to the more frantic. Always hoping that you have a good time with joy, dance and love.
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10 Things NOT to Do in Serbia

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If you just so happen to have a trip to Serbia on your travel itinerary, we have all the info you’ll ever need to make your vacation enjoyable. Here’s a list of 10 Things Not To Do in this Balkan nation.
1. Don't forget all the possibilities
If you’re looking for warm summers, go to the northern part, such Vojvodina. If you’re looking for some snowfall look no further than the mountainous region of Zlatibor. And, for year-round pleasant weather, you can’t beat the capital of Belgrade’s humid subtropical climate.
2. Don't forget to Make a ToastSerbs are big on looking each other directly in the eye while proclaiming, ‘živeli!’ (cheers!) before chugging their alcoholic beverage of choice. Make sure you raise your glass and clink it with the locals.
3. Don’t Mention Politics or Wars
Serbia has a harrowing history full of political conflict and devastating wars, so try your best to avoid this subject at all costs. Many of the people you’ll encounter likely lived through several conflicts,so be sensitive to their history that’s still fresh on their minds.
4. Don't leave without hiking to GolubacHome to a stunning fortress that’s perched atop a rock overlooking the Danube river. Most of the fort that sits higher up on the hill is inaccessible, but the views from below are well worth the trip to this tourist attraction in the Branicevo District.
5. Don’t Sit on the Corner of a Table
The Serbs are big on superstitions, and they take them seriously. They believe sitting on the corner will bring you bad luck, and you run the risk of being alone forever. Do you really want to run the risk of flying solo solo for the rest of your life?
6. Don’t Expect to Eat Vegetarian Dishes
Balkan cuisine is some of the most savory food you’ll ever eat, and veggie lovers will be able to find vegetables here and there. However, the majority of this region’s most popular dishes are chock-full of meat and potatoes.
7. Don't leave without Partying
Every July, the stages are full of some of the hottest musicians from across the globe, and also Belgrade’s nightlife is still quite impressive, the streets are lined with bars with welcoming staff that will serve you an ice cold Jelen beer with a smile.
8. Don’t Mention Kosovo
We’ve already mentioned how bringing up the wars is a big no-no, but you should also refrain from mentioning Kosovo and the 1989 war, as well. Unless you want to get into an intense debate about Balkan history and Kosovo’s past, don’t bother touching this topic if you can avoid it.
9. Don’t Photograph the Ruins
Aside from the beautiful architectural designs you’ll encounter, you’ll also see many decimated structures throughout the country which are remnants from the past turmoil Serbia has experienced. Be sensitive and hold off on taking that selfie in front of the ruins.
10. Don’t Hail a Cab
There are many crooks that will pretend to be legitimate drivers who will take you on a ride you’ll never forget. Make sure it has clear signage and is operated by a registered company. Then, get ready to explore one of the most fascinating and historical countries in Europe!
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Khorasan group

Khorasan, also known as the Khorasan group, is an alleged group of senior al-Qaeda members operating in Syria. The group is reported to consist of a small number of fighters who are all on terrorist watchlists, and coordinates with al-Nusra Front, al-Qaeda's official affiliate in Syria. At an intelligence gathering in Washington, D.C. on 18 September 2014, Director of National IntelligenceJames Clapper stated that "in terms of threat to the homeland, Khorasan may pose as much of a danger as ISIS."

The term first appeared in news media in September 2014, although the United States had reportedly been keeping track of the group for two years. By early November 2014, the term had disappeared from political rhetoric. Commentators have stated that the threat the Khorasan Group represented was exaggerated to generate public support for American intervention in Syria, and some have questioned whether the group even exists as a distinct entity.

On 28 May 2015, al-Nusra Front leader Abu Mohammad al-Golani explicitly denied the existence of the supposed Khorasan group. The al-Nusra Front had received specific orders since at least early 2015 from al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri to cease any activities related to attacking Western targets.